01/05/2025
This one’s deeply personal.
As a child, I was often told to “calm down,” “stop overreacting,” or “be quiet”—especially when I was excited, upset, or simply being myself. Over time, I learned to silence myself to be “good,” to not cause any trouble.
But that silence followed me into adulthood. I found it hard to speak up, to ask for what I needed—especially in work settings or in relationships.
Being silent kept me safe but I became invisible. I was depressed, lonely and felt insignificant.
Taking steps to heal my inner child was when things start to change.
Healing was a gradual process . It began when I started listening to the younger version of me—the part that only ever wanted to be heard and seen.
And today, I help others heal their wounded child and grow into their authentic selves.
I see you . You can heal too.
❤️Sylvia
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